Introduction: Meet the Ruijie RG-NBS3200-24GT4XS-P
The Ruijie RG-NBS3200-24GT4XS-P is a 1U rackmount Layer‑2 cloud‑managed PoE+ access switch designed for small and medium business (SMB) and enterprise edge deployments. With 24 Gigabit PoE/PoE+ ports, a 370 W PoE budget and four 10 G SFP+ uplinks, it balances power, performance and centralised management—making it well suited to IP CCTV systems, retail and hospitality networks, education campuses, and compact data‑closet installations. Ruijie positions this model as a practical, cost‑effective option for environments that need reliable PoE delivery and simplified cloud‑based administration.
Key features at a glance
- 24× 10/100/1000Base‑T PoE/PoE+— up to 30 W per port for IP cameras, access points and VoIP phones.
- 4× 10 G SFP+ uplinks— for high‑speed aggregation to distribution or core switches.
- 370 W total PoE budget— supports medium sized camera/AP deployments without external injectors.
- Cloud management— Ruijie Cloud (Reyee) with zero‑touch provisioning and centralised multi‑site control.
- Layer‑2 feature set— VLANs, LACP, IGMP snooping, STP/RSTP, ACLs and QoS for traffic segmentation and prioritisation.
- Physical robustness— 6 kV port surge protection, single fixed AC supply, compact 1U rack form factor and a 5‑year warranty.
Detailed specifications and benefits
The switch offers 24 RJ‑45 Gigabit PoE/PoE+ ports capable of delivering up to 30 W per port, which is sufficient for most modern IP cameras (including many PTZ models), enterprise access points and VoIP phones. Four 10 G SFP+ uplink ports provide the necessary headroom to aggregate multiple access switches to a distribution or core layer without creating bottlenecks.
With a 370 W total PoE budget, this device supports medium‑density PoE deployments out of the box. A single fixed AC power supply and a conservative thermal design (one fan) keep the unit simple to maintain. Built‑in 6 kV port surge protection improves resilience where outdoor cameras or long cabling runs are used, and reduces the risk of damage from lightning or switching transients when properly earthed.
The RG‑NBS3200‑24GT4XS‑P delivers a switching capacity of 128 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 95.24 Mpps, sufficient for concurrent PoE traffic, CCTV streams and office data. The MAC address table supports up to 16,000 entries and the switch provides a 12 Mbit packet buffer and jumbo frame support up to 9,216 bytes—helpful for large video frames or bulk transfers in campus environments.
Cloud management through Ruijie Cloud (Reyee) is a defining benefit: zero‑touch provisioning enables rapid, consistent rollouts across multiple sites; a mobile/cloud app simplifies monitoring; and centralised templates and policies reduce operational overhead. Layer‑2 capabilities include support for up to 4,094 VLANs, link aggregation (LACP), IGMP snooping for multicast/CCTV efficiency, STP/RSTP for loop protection, IP/MAC ACLs and QoS controls to prioritise voice and video traffic. SNMP availability and local web GUI management add flexibility depending on firmware and regional builds.
The switch is a 1U rackmount unit (approx. 440 × 357.6 × 43.6 mm) and ships with a weight around 4.75 kg packaged. It is designed for a long operational life—MTBF greater than 200,000 hours—and comes with a 5‑year manufacturer warranty, providing commercial buyers with a longer support horizon than many consumer alternatives.
Where this switch excels: use cases and scenarios
- IP CCTV and video surveillance: The combination of 24 PoE+ ports and 370 W of total budget is ideal for camera‑heavy edge deployments. Features like IGMP snooping, ACLs and QoS help prioritise and manage multicast and video flows efficiently.
- Retail and point‑of‑sale: Retail outlets often require PoE for POS terminals, APs and security cameras. Zero‑touch cloud provisioning simplifies branch rollouts and ensures consistent policies across locations.
- Hospitality and multi‑site venues: Hotels and venues can benefit from centralised cloud management for guest APs, IP phones and surveillance, plus the ability to tag and segment networks via VLANs for staff/guest separation.
- Education and campus edge: Small to medium campus buildings can use the RG‑NBS3200 to feed multiple APs and cameras while using 10G uplinks to connect to building aggregation switches.
- Small data‑closets and branch offices: Where rack space is limited but performance and PoE budget are required, this 1U unit consolidates power and connectivity without the complexity of a chassis system.
Comparisons with similar products
Choosing a switch often involves weighing PoE budget, uplink capacity, manageability, brand ecosystem and price. Here are common comparisons:
Cisco Catalyst models offer deep enterprise features and a large ecosystem, and their small business lines are mature. However, Cisco solutions tend to be more expensive and often require more complex licensing. Ruijie delivers competitive Layer‑2 features and cloud management at a lower price point. Where organisations need advanced Layer‑3 routing, segmentation or specific Cisco-only features, Catalyst may be preferable; for cost-conscious PoE edge deployments with simple centralised control, Ruijie is compelling.
HPE/Aruba switches are known for stability and strong channel support. Aruba’s cloud options are robust but can carry higher price or licensing complexity. The Ruijie model competes closely on hardware (24 PoE ports, 10G uplinks) while offering straightforward cloud provisioning and a 5‑year warranty—often at a lower suggested retail price. Buyers tied into HPE management ecosystems or requiring specific Aruba integrations may prefer Aruba, but Ruijie offers a favourable total cost of ownership for many deployments.
Ubiquiti UniFi is extremely popular for SMBs due to its attractive pricing, unified controller and ease of use. UniFi switches often provide a similar feature set on Layer‑2 and VLAN management. Where Ruijie stands out is in enterprise‑oriented surge protection, a higher PoE budget on some comparable models, and an emphasis on formal warranties and support. UniFi’s ecosystem is very user‑friendly, while Ruijie focuses on cloud management that scales across many sites with more traditional commercial SLAs.
Customer feedback and sample testimonials
Actual customer reviews can vary by region and deployment. Below are representative, anonymised comments that reflect common feedback from IT teams who deploy this class of switch:
- “Easy rollouts across multiple branches”— An IT manager at a retail chain noted that zero‑touch provisioning saved weeks of manual configuration during a roll‑out across 12 stores.
- “Reliable PoE for our cameras”— A facilities team praised the 370 W budget and stable power delivery for 18–20 cameras per switch without needing external injectors.
- “Good value for money”— Small business owners appreciated the combination of 10G uplinks, cloud management and a 5‑year warranty at a competitive price point.
These examples are illustrative and reflect typical strengths highlighted by users of similar Ruijie switches: straightforward cloud management, reliable PoE delivery and solid value. For verified reviews, check reseller sites and regional forums for hands‑on feedback specific to your firmware and support region.
Pricing and procurement notes
The suggested retail price for the RG‑NBS3200‑24GT4XS‑P is around $599, positioning it in the mid‑range for 24‑port PoE+ access switches with 10G uplinks. Actual street prices, channel discounts and bundled support options may vary—ask your distributor about multi‑unit pricing, extended support or managed service agreements if deploying at scale.
Conclusion: Why choose the Ruijie RG‑NBS3200‑24GT4XS‑P?
The Ruijie RG‑NBS3200‑24GT4XS‑P is a well‑balanced PoE+ access switch that combines adequate power, modern uplink capacity and cloud‑centric management for a broad set of edge use cases. Its 370 W PoE budget and 24 PoE/PoE+ ports make it particularly strong for CCTV, AP and VoIP deployments, while four 10G SFP+ ports offer the bandwidth needed for aggregation. Layer‑2 feature completeness, surge protection, a compact 1U form factor and a 5‑year warranty add practical value for IT teams and integrators.
For organisations seeking a cost‑effective, centrally managed access switch with robust PoE capabilities and enterprise‑grade reliability, the RG‑NBS3200‑24GT4XS‑P is a compelling choice. Evaluate it alongside vendor ecosystems and specific feature requirements (e.g., advanced Layer‑3 routing or vendor‑locked integrations), but for many SMB and branch scenarios this Ruijie offers an excellent mix of price, performance and manageability.
